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(MUSIC) Hey can anyone tell me a bit about frequency ratios?

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Answer:

the number of vibrations completed per unit of time is the amount that describes the frequency of reciprocating motion of a vibrating object. the common symbol for is f or v and the unit is 1 second

Explanation:

User Jasonharper
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The interval between two notes is determined by the ratio of the two frequencies

Here are the ratios by interval:

Unison - 1:1
Minor Second - 16:15
Major Second - 9:8
Minor Third - 6:5
Major Third - 5:4
Perfect Fourth - 4:3
Tritone - 7:5
Perfect Fifth - 3:2
Minor Sixth - 8:5
Major Sixth - 5:3
Minor Seventh - 7:4
Major Seventh - 15:8
Octave 2:1
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